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Toni Bowers
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Toni Bowers
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Hoarding old tech tools? Let us see it!
We're looking for some old tech tools to feature in a TechRepublic gallery. Here's the kind of stuff we're looking for.
Posted by Toni Bowers | December 1, 2011, 9:42 AM PST | Latest comment by jpnagle59
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Grade your job: Help Desk
Are you a Help Desk pro? If so, you can help us out with our poll.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 30, 2011, 6:26 AM PST | Latest comment by chris.pratt@...
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Are cybersecurity bachelor's degrees worth the time?
Some are pushing the need for cybersecurity degree programs, but would those graduates lack the general IT skills necessary?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 28, 2011, 5:50 AM PST | Latest comment by sai5002
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TechRepublic is looking for tech writers
TechRepublic is expanding its blog network again and is looking for IT pros who like to write about what they do.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 23, 2011, 4:05 AM PST | Latest comment by CharlieSpencer_Palmetto
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What can you do with a toxic boss?
Can you change the behavior of a toxic boss with some positive reinforcement?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 22, 2011, 4:11 AM PST | Latest comment by minstrelmike@...
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Resume makeover update
We have received a tremendous amount of resumes from TR members. We will start choosing ones for the makeover process in a couple of weeks.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 21, 2011, 5:24 AM PST | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Hate your job? Ask yourself why
According to a recent survey, fewer than half of American workers are satisfied with their jobs. Why is this and what can be done?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 21, 2011, 5:09 AM PST | Latest comment by Ole88
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Grade your job: IT project manager
This week we get IT project managers to grade their jobs.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 17, 2011, 4:44 AM PST | Latest comment by maycher26
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Flip through these memorable error messages
Some error messages can make you laugh, and some can make you scratch your head in confusion. Here are some of the most memorable and goofy error messages TechRebublic members have seen over the...
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 16, 2011, 4:08 AM PST | Latest comment by dcolbert@...
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When is it just time to walk away from a job?
How do you know when it's time to just cut bait and run from a job? Two regular TechRepublic contributors share their stories.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 15, 2011, 5:00 AM PST | Latest comment by Grumpy_IT_bod
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Get a chance at a resume makeover
Do you have a feeling that your resume is not up to par? Here's a chance to get a free resume makeover from the pros.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 14, 2011, 5:08 AM PST
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Managers should try to anticipate employee concerns
Ever go into a company meeting feeling like you're about to be beheaded only to find out it's just to announce a promotion. Here's why leaders should forestall those fears.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 9, 2011, 5:04 AM PST | Latest comment by jev.case-24297005939114168965253281161338
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Grade your job: IT programmer
If you could assign a grade to your job, what would it be?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 8, 2011, 7:00 AM PST | Latest comment by phil.beach@...
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How to get a derailed executive career back on track
There are some employees who have been affected by the poor economic environment but who aren't talked about: Executives who were laid off without the benefit of a golden parachute. Here's how...
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 7, 2011, 4:25 AM PST | Latest comment by dbossini
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UK is leading the way for hiring for the Cloud
A new report from Elance says that the UK is leading the way for hiring IT pros for the Cloud. This trend seems to be growing throughout Europe.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 3, 2011, 4:55 AM PDT
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Steps to take when an employment reference is negative
A negative reference on your resume can wreak havoc on your job hunt. Here are some steps to take if you discover one of your job references is being negative.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 3, 2011, 4:50 AM PDT | Latest comment by mjh2901
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Can you really complain about your workload?
Here's why some people don't see anything wrong with surfing the net for personal reasons while at work.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 2, 2011, 6:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gh0stMaker@...
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Looking for memorable error messages
Ever gotten an error message that puzzled you or maybe even ticked you off?
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 2, 2011, 6:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by McGowan_M@...
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IT job openings at CBS Interactive
CBS Interactive is hiring experience IT pros. Here's a list of the top openings across the country.
Posted by Toni Bowers | November 1, 2011, 4:56 AM PDT
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Tips for getting your online resume noticed
There is a difference between a paper resume and an online resume in readability. Here are some tips for getting your online resume to stand out.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 31, 2011, 4:11 AM PDT | Latest comment by resumetips
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The top five in-demand IT certifications for 2013
Here's a look at what the experts say will be the most in-demand tech certifications for 2013.
Posted by Guest Contributor | December 17, 2012, 6:17 AM PST | Latest comment by gregg.howard
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Inflated job titles: Employees and employers beware
Companies assign inflated job titles for a number of reasons. But there are better reasons for not following that practice.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 29, 2013, 6:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by kmthom
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Is the traditional resume about to be outdated?
Since the way employers look for candidates is changing--with sites like LinkedIn and movements into Big Data, are traditional resumes a thing of the past?
Posted by Guest Contributor | May 7, 2013, 5:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by pfisher2k
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Your Twitter account: A recruiter's perspective
What do recruiters look for in your tweets? We asked an experienced recruiter, and here's what he said.
Posted by Tim Heard | May 13, 2013, 3:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by bobinorlando
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Recognize the dependable people on your team
Behind-the-scenes capability is one of those things that is often taken for granted and frequently overlooked when it comes to recognition.
Posted by Toni Bowers | April 17, 2013, 6:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by rcornelia@...
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10 resume mistakes to avoid
The goal of a resume is to let a potential employer know why you're the best person for the job. Here are 10 practices that impede that goal.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 5, 2012, 8:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by poedgie
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Four mistakes you probably don't know you're making in your resume
You think you've got all the typos out of your resume but you might not know about some of the other common errors that can be made.
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 17, 2012, 5:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by techwriter@...
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Ways to research a company before an interview
When you're preparing for an interview, it's always a good idea (and will make you more comfortable) if you do some research on the company beforehand. Here's how to get the dirt.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 15, 2013, 4:17 AM PDT | Latest comment by robo_dev
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Three interview questions you need to be ready to answer
Here are the three questions that Forbes says all other interview questions boil down to.
Posted by Guest Contributor | April 15, 2013, 8:07 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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What do you do with a job offer while you're waiting for another offer?
What do you do when you have a job offer but you're still waiting on a job offer from another company that you prefer? Do you hold out or accept the sure thing?
Posted by Tim Heard | July 7, 2010, 4:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by agapantha
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Men and women in the office: Are compliments taboo?
After President Obama lists physical appearance as one of the attributes of a female attorney general, compliments on the job are again scrutinized.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 2, 2013, 5:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by aarthex
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LinkedIn's summary feature allows you to shine
LinkedIn's summary feature serves as your elevator speech. Here are some ways to make the best of it.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 8, 2013, 5:59 AM PDT
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Are salaried employees entitled to overtime pay?
It's a common assumption that salaries workers can be asked to work overtime without being compensated extra. That assumption is not always true.
Posted by Toni Bowers | October 27, 2008, 6:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by emanuel.matos@...
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Major updates to Cisco CCNA exams announced
Cisco announced some major changes to their associate-level certifications. These certification changes are meant to align better with the evolving job market.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 27, 2013, 5:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by ciscohite
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Become a Java programmer without a college degree
Being a pro on Java doesn't necessarily mean you need a college degree. You just have to take the right steps.
Posted by Bunron Chen | August 22, 2012, 6:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by divyaangel
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What is the best font to use in a resume?
Could the font you use in your resume really be that important? You bet it can.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 22, 2012, 11:51 AM PDT | Latest comment by LalaReads
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Words that mean nothing in a resume
Some of the most often used terms in resumes are also the most meaningless. Learn how to avoid that pitfall.
Posted by Toni Bowers | March 11, 2013, 4:54 AM PDT | Latest comment by mwendabai yeta
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Is ITIL certification worth the time and cost?
The ITIL certification asks a fairly hefty price in terms of time and money (thousands of dollars). Is it worth it?
Posted by Toni Bowers | February 8, 2010, 4:53 AM PST | Latest comment by exlt
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Most unusual resume mistakes
A recent CareerBuilder survey reveals some of the more outrageous statements hiring managers have seen on resumes.
Posted by Toni Bowers | August 25, 2011, 4:35 AM PDT | Latest comment by db625
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One of the most important questions you should ask in an interview
Here's a question that most IT pros won't think to ask in an interview, yet it could be the difference between a good work experience and a bad one.
Posted by Donovan Colbert | March 27, 2013, 6:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by Slayer_
